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Help Mairead afford 10 counseling sessions

A course of EMDR therapy for Mairead could change everything; the cost is $1,400.

🇮🇪 Munster, Ireland2,620 views
Fergal Sweeney
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Cork
After a long hospital stay, Mairead has struggled with anxiety, sleep and panic attacks. The doctor has referred her to EMDR therapy, but the public waiting list is 9 months, and private sessions at a private practice in Cork cost $65 each. Mairead has been honest with her employer and taken some time off, but can't keep going without support. Therapy has already helped a little in the sessions Mairead could afford. The therapist recommends 10 weekly sessions, and consistent help will make the difference. Asking for help with this has been the hardest part for Mairead, and we're grateful for your kindness without judgment. Funds cover only therapy sessions, and I'll share progress updates (not private details) if I'm comfortable. Where the $1,400 goes: • 10 therapy sessions: $1,200 • Psychiatric assessment: $175 • Workbook and resources: $25 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Fergal

Updates from Fergal

  1. Thank you all. We're at 34% now ($473). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward 10 therapy sessions.

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    “Stay strong. Thought of Mairead all day after reading this. - Richards Bay”

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    “Sending love. Small amount but sent with love. - Gqeberha”

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    “Sending love. Thought of Mairead all day after reading this. - Chiang Mai”

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    “Best of luck. Thought of Mairead all day after reading this. - Nottingham”

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  • Take care, Fergal. Wishing Mairead a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.

    • So sorry you're going through this. Wishing Mairead a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Take care

      • sending good thoughts, Fergal. Wishing Mairead a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Thinking of Cork.

        • So sorry you're going through this, Fergal. Looking forward to the next update.

          • thinking of you and your family. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We're a small family in Haifa but we're thinking of you.

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